Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Arecibo, PR
Average Hourly Pay
$11.85
63.0%Below national average
Range: $11.29 – $12.42
Average Annual Pay
$24,657
63.0%Below national average
Range: $23,483 – $25,832
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$10.07/hr
Range: $9.60 – $10.56
Annual Rate
$20,958
Range: $19,961 – $21,957
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$11.85/hr
Range: $11.29 – $12.42
Annual Rate
$24,657
Range: $23,483 – $25,832
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$13.63/hr
Range: $12.98 – $14.28
Annual Rate
$28,356
Range: $27,005 – $29,707
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers job description
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
